Mexico's Supreme Court Justice Election: Top Candidates Revealed

Mexico's Supreme Court Candidate Race Tightens: INE Announces Top Contenders Mexico City – The National Electoral Institute (INE) has released an update on the vote count for the upcoming Supreme Court of Justice (SCJN) elections. With 91% of the votes counted, a clear picture of the leading candidates is emerging. INE President Guadalupe Taddei announced the top contenders, highlighting a mix of experienced jurists and newcomers. Among the leading candidates are Lenia Batres Guadarrama, with over 5 million votes, and Yasmín Esquivel Moza, securing over 4 million votes. Other prominent candidates include Loretta Ortiz, María Estela Ríos, and Sara Irene Herrería, all receiving substantial support. The male candidates also showed significant support, with Hugo Aguilar Ortiz leading with over 5 million votes. "With this update, we are providing transparency to the process," stated INE President Taddei during the announcement. "The final results will be released once the remaining votes are tallied." The upcoming SCJN elections are crucial for the future of Mexico's judicial system. The selection of these justices will significantly impact the country's legal landscape for years to come. The high voter turnout and the intense competition among the candidates demonstrate the importance of this election to the Mexican people.